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GATES USA SPAH Expands Engine Preservation Capabilities with First GEnx Engine Induction
Author: gatelesis
July 16, 2026 – Wilmington, OH – GA Telesis Engine Services, GATES USA SPAH, a joint venture between GA Telesis and Air Transport Services Group, Inc., has inducted its first GEnx engine at the Wilmington, Ohio, facility. This addition expands the facility’s engine repair capabilities and enables GATES USA SPAH to support a broader range of widebody engine platforms serving operators throughout the Americas.
With this announcement, GATES USA SPAH continues to strengthen its role as a regional engine maintenance provider through its strategic location and growing portfolio of repair capabilities. By adding GEnx engine support, GATES USA SPAH is sharpening its value proposition by delivering faster turnaround times and more responsive maintenance solutions for airlines, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and other aviation customers across the region.
“With the continued growth of our Wilmington facility’s repair capabilities, our capacity to meet our customers’ evolving needs is greater than ever before,” said Jason Reed, President of GATES USA SPAH. “The addition of GEnx engine services allows us to provide broader support for widebody operators while continuing to deliver the quality, responsiveness, and technical expertise our customers expect from our team.”
The introduction of GEnx engine capability represents another step in GATES USA SPAH’s long-term investment in advanced engine maintenance solutions. As demand for maintenance, repair, and overhaul services continues to grow, the facility is well positioned to provide scalable, locally supported solutions that help customers maintain reliable fleet operations. Backed by GA Telesis’s resources and technical expertise, GATES USA SPAH continues to expand its service offerings while reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence and customer success.
About GATES USA SPAH
Located in Wilmington, Ohio, GATES USA SPAH is a state-of-the-art MRO facility specializing in engine services. As a joint venture between GA Telesis and ATSG, the facility combines industry-leading expertise with advanced technology to deliver unparalleled quality and reliability in aircraft maintenance solutions.
About Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG)
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) is a leading provider of aircraft leasing, air transportation, and aviation support solutions. As an integrated aviation enterprise, ATSG combines leasing, cargo and passenger airline operations, aircraft maintenance, and support services to deliver flexible, end-to-end solutions for customers worldwide.
ATSG supports a diverse fleet that includes Boeing 767, Airbus A321, and Airbus A330 freighter aircraft, as well as Boeing 777 and 767 passenger aircraft supporting global ACMI and charter operations. ATSG subsidiaries include ABX Air, Inc.; Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services, Inc.; Air Transport International, Inc.; Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc.; and Omni Air International, LLC.
For further details, please visit www.atsginc.com.
For further information, please contact:
Cathy Moabery, Head of Global Marketing
GA Telesis
cmoabery@gatelesis.com
Kym Parks, Director of Marketing,